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AIPAC-Linked PAC Targets Malinowski Amid Israel Controversy

2/5/2026

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A super PAC linked to AIPAC spends $2.2 million to target Tom Malinowski, former U.S. Representative from New Jersey.
The move signals Democrats' discontent over U.S. support for Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
Critics include former Assembly member Sadaf Jaffer, who says the effort aims to intimidate candidates.
Other pro-Israel groups condemn the UDP's approach.
Malinowski, previously endorsed by AIPAC, now criticizes its influence, signaling a shift in party dynamics.

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A super PAC linked to AIPAC spends $2.2 million to target Tom Malinowski, former U.S. Representative from New Jersey.
The move signals Democrats' discontent over U.S. support for Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
Critics include former Assembly member Sadaf Jaffer, who says the effort aims to intimidate candidates.
Other pro-Israel groups condemn the UDP's approach.
Malinowski, previously endorsed by AIPAC, now criticizes its influence, signaling a shift in party dynamics.